How to charge the iPhone 5S when planning a trip to Libya

Simple instructions showing you how to charge your iPhone 5S from a Libyan power outlet using the Apple Lightning connector and a 3 pinned Type D power charger, charging the iPhone 5S using a Type C Europlug USB plug and how to power the iPhone 5S using a double pinned Schuko Type F power plug

Varying different combinations of standards and plugs can all be daunting when planning to travel to another country, especially if you've never visited before. This guide was written to prevent travellers needing to worry if they can power their iPhone 5S abroad.This page is a simple guide demonstrating exactly how to charge your iPhone 5S when you are visiting Libya by using the D, C, F or L type Libyan 127 volt 50Hz wall outlets. If your iPhone 5S charges slowly or does not power up when you are travelling to Libya from a different country please check that it is compatible with a 110 volt power supply. Typically devices which originated from another country which use a higher voltage (for example 240 volts) either take longer to charge or won't power up, so check your iPhone 5S is a dual voltage device (usually indicated by 100-240 volts) else you may need to use an additional voltage converter to ensure proper use. However please note that Barca, Benghazi, Derna, Sabha and Tobruk will use a 230 volt power supply instead of 110 volts. These instructions assume that you are running Apple iOS 7 or greater on the iPhone 5S.

Charging the iPhone 5S in Libya

Can you use the iPhone 5S in Libya?

Yes, you can connect the iPhone 5S to a Libyan power outlet.

What is the best travel adapter for recharging the iPhone 5S in Libya?

If travelling to more than one country then the best international travel charger for Libya is a multiple USB port adapter which includes swappable plugs like a 4 port USB travel charger[12]. There are four standards of power outlets that Libyans use (types D, C, F and L) and bringing this will ensure that you are covered for type C.

Because these chargers come with interchangeable plugs and can handle 100 to 240 volts will mean that you can travel to multiple countries in Asia, North America, Europe and Africa just by switching the plugs over. If your iPhone 5S is compatible with Fast Charge then you'll benefit from faster recharging times with one of these USB travel adapters plus additional compatibility with more power demanding devices.

Having a 4 port charger will also allow you to charge multiple devices simultaneously without needing to bring multiple power chargers or using up additional power outlets. Because you are only needing to bring a single lightweight travel charger will help keep the overall size and weight down, making it ideal to store in hand luggage as well as being convenient for recharging your iPhone 5S at the airport or on a flight. Because of their flexibility these types of travel chargers can be used at home so when you're not travelling they can sit overnight charging multiple tablets and smartphones without using up an additional power outlet.

If you travel to different continents we recommend buying this type of flexible power adapter at your preferred electronics retailer. The multipurpose travel charger illustrated is the 4 Port USB Wall Charger[12] which has been tested successfully with multiple USB devices in numerous countries around the world with good reliably.

Alternative travel adapter for Libya

The 4 port USB travel charger[12] is the most compact option for travellers from around the world who only have USB devices such as the iPhone 5S, but for visitors also wishing to use their domestic plugs the following power converters provide larger but more versatile solutions. All three power converters offer surge protection which can be necessary for visitors of regions with unreliable power supplies. These travel adapters come with interchangeable type C, I and G plugs covering Continental Europe, North America, Australia, United Kingdom, Japan, China and over 150 countries around the world:

ORICO Traveling Outlet Surge Protector Power Strip - Similarly having 4 USB ports but only 2 AC power outlets the travel adapter from Orico is also aimed at travellers from North America using type B plugs and is a much more cost effective alternative to the BESTEK with only 1 less AC outlet at almost half price.

BESTEK International USB Travel Power Strip - This power strip has just 2 AC outlets but offers a more generous 5 USB charging ports. This versatile power strip is compatible with both American plugs and popular plug types A, D,E/F, G, H, I, L and N making it perfect for a majority of travellers from around the world visiting Libya.

Charging the iPhone 5S from a Libyan power outlet by using a two pinned Europlug Type C USB adapter

Instructions showing how to power your iPhone 5S with a Libyan power outlet by using a Lightning Apple connector with a Europlug Type C USB adapter.

Firstly you'll need to insert the Type C USB power adapter into the Libyan power outlet. You can identify this plug outlet by 2 circular adjacent holes.

Connect one end of the Apple charging cable into the USB power charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5S. You can find the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5S situated at the bottom of the iPhone 5S.

Switch on the Libyan power outlet.

The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of the iPhone 5S screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the mobile is recharging and takes roughly 60-240 minutes to completely recharge to 100% capacity.

How to use a Type D power charger for charging your iPhone 5S from a Libyan power outlet

Using a USB Lightning Apple connector and a Type D power adapter to charge the iPhone 5S from a Libyan power outlet.

Begin by plugging the Type D USB power adapter in the Libyan power outlet. The power supply, sometimes known as the Type D power outlet[6], looks like three circular holes in a triangle shape.

Plug in one end of the USB to Apple Lightning cable into the USB mains charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5S. The iPhone 5S Lightning connector is situated at bottom of the iPhone 5S under the home button.

Switch on the Libyan power outlet.

The battery icon that you'll find in the top right corner of your iPhone 5S will display a charge icon to indicate that the phone is charging and takes between 60 to 240 minutes to recharge to 100% capacity.

How to use a Type F power charger for recharging your iPhone 5S from a Libyan power outlet

The Wiki Connections guide showing how to power the iPhone 5S with a Libyan power outlet with the Lightning Apple cable with a Type F Schuko USB charger.

Begin by taking the Type F USB power adapter and inserting it in the power outlet. You can identify this power outlet by the two round adjacent holes next to each other where the plug outlet pins go and a pair of two thin grounding clips above and below.

Then connect the USB end of the Lightning charging cord into the mains USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5S. You can find the Lightning connector on your iPhone 5S situated at the bottom of the iPhone 5S.

Turn on the Libyan power outlet.

The battery icon which you'll find in the top right hand corner of the mobile screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPhone 5S is recharging which takes around 1 - 4 hours to fully recharge.

How to use a Type L power charger for charging your iPhone 5S from a Libyan power outlet

Instructions on how to charge the iPhone 5S from a Libyan power outlet using a Lightning cable and a three pinned Type L power charger.

Firstly you'll need to insert the Type L USB power adapter into the Libyan power outlet. You can recognise this hexagon shaped plug outlet by three large circular holes in a line for live, neutral and earth pins. There are two types of Type L plug supply rated at 10 and 16 amps. A 10 amp version has 4mm pins which are spaced 5.5mm apart, and a 16 amp version has slightly larger 5mm thick pins which are spaced 8mm apart.

Then connect one end of the Lightning charging cord into the mains USB charger and the other end into the Lightning connector on the iPhone 5S. You can find the Lightning connector on your iPhone 5S situated at the bottom of the iPhone 5S.

Switch on the Libyan power outlet.

The battery icon which you'll find in the top right hand corner of the cell screen will display a charge icon to indicate that the iPhone 5S is recharging which should take around one-four hours to fully recharge.